Berkley Braid Knot vs. Burke Knot

Just how do the Berkley Braid Knot and the Burke Knot stack up against each other? Here are the knot strength efficiency numbers for each knot as tested on monofilament, fluorocarbon, and braided fishing lines.

Line Type Berkley Braid Knot Efficiency Burke Knot Efficiency Winner
Monofilament 132.1% 128.8% Berkley Braid Knot
Fluorocarbon 131.3% 109.9% Berkley Braid Knot
Braid 124.0% 133.0% Burke Knot
Average 129.1% 123.9% Berkley Braid Knot

Winner: Berkley Braid Knot

For a comprehensive comparison of fishing knots, check out the Fishing Knot Strength Chart to see how the Berkley Braid Knot and the Burke Knot fare against all other knots.